Barça is considering a local option to strengthen the winger

La Masia is constantly proving to be the cradle of the world's greatest talents, and Dani Rodríguez would be the latest 'jewel' to emerge from the Barça reserve team. The winger, who had not been able to start the season with Barça Atlètic due to a hamstring injury in his right leg, has burst into the reserve team with force and Hansi Flick could have found his ideal winger at home.

The 19-year-old Basque stands out for his quality with his left foot, and although under Albert Sánchez he has played on the right side of the forward line, his natural flank is left-footed, a profile needed in the first team.

Raphinha has been reconverted to this position although his movements centre him in the course of the games, while Ferran Torres and Pau Víctor have also played in this position. However, Rodríguez, whose talent allows him to cover the entire attacking front, is totally familiar with covering the left wing with his natural foot, so he could be a more than interesting asset for the first team.

Laporta and Deco observed him personally

In fact, Joan Laporta and Deco witnessed Dani's great performance against Celta Fortuna, a match in which he celebrated a double. The board knows the footballer very well, who was in the sights of Real Sociedad and Athletic Club although he finally decided to renew with the Catalans until 2027.

Now, once recovered from his injury, the footballer has made a statement in the reserve team and, if he maintains this level, Hansi Flick could count on him in the second half of the season given the tight schedule that awaits Barça. The German, an admirer of La Masia, has shown his confidence in the youngsters and Rodríguez aims to be the next 'jewel' to knock down the door of the first team.